That is despite a glut of injuries to seven key first team players and amid a lot of media hype about Tottenham Hotspur, Leicester City and Stoke City who are all enjoying impressive seasons of their own.

Under the radar

While Bilic is probably quite happy for his side to be left alone while they quietly go about mounting a surprise bid for a Champions League spot, some supporters - and co-owner David Gold in particular are not.

Hammers fans have been bemoaning a lack of coverage and recognition for their high-flying team on the likes of BBC's Match of the Day and from pundits in general.